Production Operator

Walmay Architectural Products; Geehi; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmay Architectural Products is seeking a Production Operator to join the Production & Warehouse team. The role involves hands-on manufacturing, operating production machinery safely, and ensuring quality standards are met.

You will follow SOPs, assist with continuous improvement, and work with the broader team to meet production targets while maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions.
• Strong focus on workplace safety and product quality.
• Willing to learn new equipment, products and processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Manufacture products to required specifications and quality standards.
• Perform routine quality checks and identify defects.
• Follow production schedules and work toward production targets.
• Identify and troubleshoot production or equipment issues.
• Record production and quality information accurately.
• Perform manual handling tasks using safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work area.
• Follow and contribute to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Production & Warehouse team.

Skills

Hands-on

Team player

Quality-focused

Safety-first

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Production Operator to join our Production & Warehouse team.

This is a hands-on manufacturing role suited to someone who takes pride in producing quality work, enjoys being part of a team and is always looking for better and more efficient ways of doing things.

About the role

As a Production Operator, you will be involved in the day-to-day manufacture of our products, safely operating production machinery and equipment while ensuring our quality, safety and productivity standards are consistently achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
• Manufacturing products to required specifications and quality standards
• Performing routine quality checks and identifying defects or inconsistencies
• Following production schedules and working towards production targets
• Identifying and troubleshooting production or equipment issues
• Accurately recording production and quality information
• Performing manual handling tasks using safe work practices
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe work area
• Following and contributing to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality and efficiency
• Working collaboratively with the wider Production & Warehouse team

About you

We are looking for someone who is reliable, practical and willing to learn. Previous manufacturing or production experience would be beneficial, but just as importantly, we value someone with the right attitude who takes pride in their work.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, construction, trades or another hands-on environment
• A strong focus on workplace safety and product quality
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to follow procedures and instructions
• Good problem-solving skills and a practical mindset
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A willingness to learn new equipment, products and processes
• A positive attitude towards continuous improvement
• The ability to safely perform the manual handling requirements of the role

What we value

At Walmay, our vision is Delivering Excellence.

Our core values are Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Continuous Learning. We also look for team members who demonstrate the qualities of an Ideal Team Player – Humble, Hungry & Smart.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in producing quality work and want to be part of a team focused on continually improving the way we work, we'd like to hear from you.